New Delhi, October 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday condoled the demise of noted physicist Rohini Godbole (71), calling her a pioneering scientist and innovator who also was a strong votary of more women in the world of science.

Taking to X, the prime minister said, "Pained by the passing away of Rohini Godbole Ji. She was a pioneering scientist and innovator, who also was a strong votary of more women in the world of science." Ratan Tata Dies: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Demise of Former Tata Sons Chairman, Says 'He Was Visionary Business Leader, a Compassionate Soul and an Extraordinary Human Being'.

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"Her academic efforts will continue to guide the coming generations. Condolences to her family and admirers. Om Shanti." A brilliant researcher and a champion of women in science, Godbole joined the Centre for High Energy Physics (CHEP), Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, as an associate professor in 1995 before becoming a professor in 1998. K Natwar Singh Dies: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Demise of Former External Affairs Minister, Says ‘He Made Rich Contributions to World of Diplomacy and Foreign Policy’.

Post her superannuation on July 31, 2021, the Padma Shri awardee scientist became an honorary professor.

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